For over 40 years, Phillip Leighton-Daly didn’t just teach—he shaped minds. From coastal towns to the rugged outback of New South Wales, he spent decades guiding young learners, turning lessons into unforgettable experiences. And when he wasn’t in the classroom? He was in the water, teaching kids the life-or-death skill of swimming and water safety for 18 years.
But Phillip’s real superpower? Bringing history to life.
He’s not just an author—he’s a relentless researcher, digging into the forgotten corners of Goulburn’s past and turning them into gripping narratives. With over 15 meticulously crafted books, he’s uncovered the secrets of Kenmore Psychiatric Hospital, the harsh realities of Towrang Stockade, and the haunting truths of St John Orphanage.
And he doesn’t stop there.
Phillip doesn’t just write history—he fuels imagination. With ten young adult fiction titles under his belt, he weaves tales of power, betrayal, and survival that pull readers deep into worlds where the stakes are high, and the only way out is forward.
This isn’t just storytelling. It’s history, heart, and hard-hitting fiction—crafted by a man who’s lived a life worth writing about.
